The final event ended in a heads-up deal between the last two remaining The Borgata Winter Poker Open NLHE Championship has wrapped up, delivering an unforgettable conclusion to the two-week poker festival. This $3,500 buy-in event, hosted at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City and sponsored by BetMGM Poker, crowned two champions
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Poker Player, Supreme Court Blogger Tom Goldstein Indicted For Tax Fraud
The lawyer allegedly hid millions of dollars in winnings to avoid paying taxes Tom Goldstein, a poker player and founder of the Supreme Court-focused SCOTUSblog, has been indicted in a federal tax fraud case. The charges, filed in Maryland, allege that Goldstein participated in a multimillion-dollar scheme to evade taxes while misusing funds from his
The Role Of Implied Odds In Pot-Limit Omaha
Mastering the concept of implied odds allows you to evaluate risks versus rewards effectively Implied odds play a critical role in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), influencing the decisions players make throughout a hand. Unlike in No-Limit Texas Hold’em, where a single pair can often win, PLO is a game where strong hands like straights, flushes, and
WSOP Circuit Horseshoe Tunica To Offer $1.1 Million In Guarantees
The tournament series begins on January 23 and runs through February 3 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is returning to Horseshoe Tunica this January, bringing an exciting lineup of events and over $1.1 million in guaranteed prize pools. The series will run from January 23 to February 3, featuring 18 gold ring events
23-year-old Ships Beau Rivage $1,200 Buy-in $1M GTD Main Event
William Oertling outlasted 1,755 entries to win the event The Beau Rivage Heater series in Biloxi, Mississippi, concluded with a dramatic $1,200 buy-in, $1 million guaranteed main event, crowning 23-year-old William Oertling as the champion. The event, which ran from January 3-13 at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, drew an impressive 1,755 entries, pushing
Key Strategy Adjustments For Short Deck Hold’em
Adjust your strategy to the shorter deck and altered hand rankings to exploit opportunities Short Deck Hold’em, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, is a thrilling poker variant that challenges traditional strategies with its unique deck composition and hand dynamics. With cards below six removed, the game requires players to rethink their approach and adapt to
Poker Fans Can Now Vote For The Global Poker Awards
The full list of nominations for all award categories will reportedly be ready next week Poker enthusiasts now have the opportunity to make their voices heard for the upcoming 2024 Global Poker Awards. Set to take place on February 22 at the PokerGO Studios in Las Vegas, the awards will celebrate excellence across various aspects
Leon Tsoukernik, The WSOP Europe’s Most Notable Face, Hospitalized Following Supposed Overdose
The former King’s Casino owner is reportedly in very grave condition Leon Tsoukernik, a well-known poker figure and former King’s Casino owner, is reportedly in critical condition after being found unresponsive at his home in the Czech Republic. Emergency services responded to the scene, suspecting a possible overdose of propofol, a powerful sedative typically used
The WSOP Circuit Has A New Women’s Record Holder
Pamela Belote now has the most WSOP Circuit rings among all female players Pamela Belote has solidified her place in World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) history by setting a new record for the most WSOPC rings won by a female player. Her victory in the Ladies Event on Sunday brought her total to eight
Alleged Poker Cheat Shane Hennen Arrested In Jontay Porter Illegal Betting Scheme
Shane was allegedly trying to escape to Colombia on a one-way ticket when he was arrested Shane Hennen, a Las Vegas gambler accused of cheating in private poker games, has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation into the illegal betting scheme involving former NBA player Jontay Porter. Hennen, 39, was detained at Harry
The Importance Of Patience In Texas Hold’em Freeroll Tournaments
In freerolls, patience often becomes the key to reaching the final table and claiming a prize Patience is an essential quality for success in Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments. These games often attract a large number of players, many of whom are less experienced, making the early stages chaotic. By practicing patience, skilled players can avoid
BetRivers Ups Its Poker Game With Brand Ambassador Pick
Phil Hellmuth is now the face of the iGaming platform Phil Hellmuth, one of the most celebrated players in poker history, has officially joined BetRivers as a brand ambassador. The 17-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner had already been seen promoting the brand in recent tournaments, but the partnership has now been confirmed,